YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED…
JOINING WIMBLEDON ART STUDIOS
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After visiting our available spaces and selecting an art studio that aligns with your requirements, securing your space and ensuring exclusivity is simple. Paying the studio deposit—equivalent to one-month's rent—reserves the studio and prevents it from being shown to other visitors. This deposit is refundable upon leaving, provided the studio meets expected conditions. Following this, we schedule a Health & Safety induction and promptly hand over the keys to your studio space.
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Yes, we welcome a diverse range of artists, makers, and designers at Wimbledon Art Studios. We have a variety of artists working in different fields, such as illustration, photography, ceramics, millinery, fashion, music, and lots more. goes here
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We offer viewings of available studios by appointment. Our studio office is open from 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday, and you can contact us to schedule a viewing at your convenience.
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We offer a Waiting List option for those looking to secure a studio space in the future. For a one-time fee of £50, you can join our Waiting List and as soon as a studio becomes available that fits your criteria, we will contact you directly. This fee will be deducted from your deposit once you secure a studio space from us that meets your needs, and if for any reason you no longer wish to be on the waiting list, we will refund you £45.
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Studio availability is unpredictable as it depends on artists’ notice periods. However, with over 300 art studio spaces onsite, our list of available studios changes frequently.
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Wimbledon Art Studios doesn’t proactively contact individuals unless they join our Waiting List.
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Joining our Waiting List is simple.
For a one-time fee of £50, artists can secure a spot on the list and receive priority notifications when a studio matching their criteria becomes available.
This fee is deducted from the studio deposit upon securing a space.
To join, artists can contact us directly, and if they decide to opt-out, a £45 refund is provided.
Please note that being on the Waiting List doesn’t guarantee immediate availability, but it enhances the chances of securing a studio that fit’s your needs.
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Yes, upon joining the studios, there is an annual membership fee of £95, due initially and then annually every February for the duration of your stay in our community.
RENTAL DETAILS
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Our rental contracts operate on a monthly-rolling basis, requiring a minimum notice of one month before leaving.
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No, our art studios are provided empty.
Artists have the flexibility to personalise and equip their studios based on their creative needs.
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Generally, we have a low noise policy, restricting loud activities. Exceptions may exist for specific spaces, subject to availability.
Artists working with loud machines may face limitations. Loud activities between 7pm and 10am are allowed with discretion.
Radios and music are permitted, emphasizing consideration for studio neighbours and the community.
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We offer both private and shared studio options to cater to different preferences.
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We strongly recommend that you obtain insurance for the contents of your studio, particularly if you are working with expensive equipment. This may protect you against risks such as theft, damage and loss. As always, it’s best to check with your insurance provider to make sure you understand the coverage and any exclusions.
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Rental prices vary based on factors such as studio size, location within the building, natural light, and amenities. Individual studios start from approximately £300 per month, shared spaces from £250 per month. Prices are subject to availability and contract.
MY ART WORKING STUDIO
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Absolutely! Studios are accessible 24/7, 365 days a year, allowing you to work at any time, including weekends.
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Yes, Wi-Fi is provided at no additional costs.
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Your studio space is yours to customise as you wish within reason, allowing you to create an environment conducive to your creative process.
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Yes, you can share the studio with other artists you know. However, all artists using the studio space will have to schedule an Health & Safety induction with us before moving in.
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Yes, you’re welcome to host public classes or workshops in your studio.
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Rental costs cover the studio space, with additional costs for electricity (metered, purchased from the office), and an annual membership fee of £95.
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While our studios do not feature individual sinks, we provide multiple communal wash-out booths conveniently situated on each floor of our buildings.
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Yes, pets are welcome in our studios, but we kindly request that they respect other artists and the space.
FACILITIES & EXTRAS
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Absolutely, we offer free on-site parking for our artist.
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We offer dedicated common areas for artists to unwind and enjoy meals, complemented by the convenience of well-equipped kitchenettes within our buildings.
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Resident artists who have been renting from us for a minimum of 3 months are encouraged to participate in the Wimbledon Art Fair. This event serves as an outstanding platform to showcase your work, network with art enthusiasts, and amplify your artistic presence.
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At Wimbledon Art Studios, Purple Thursdays are a regular highlight - an informal gathering held every last Thursday of the month. Alongside workshops, social events such as the annual Summer Picnic and Christmas Party, and communal lunch hours (1pm - 2pm) in our common areas.